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Joan

Joan is a boy name of Spanish origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginSpanish
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#708

How popular is Joan?

Popularity in the United States

Joan has been given to 486,987 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1930s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 5,357 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Joan per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Joan has been given to 8,133 babies in France since 1915, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Joan per year in France, 1915–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 54,759 people called Joan living in Spain, with an average age of 42.9.

486,987 Babies named since 1880
1930s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Joan

Is Joan a boy's or a girl's name?

Joan is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Joan?

Joan has been given to 486,987 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1930s. It has held a steady level of use since.